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Carter’s Classroom: Secondary wants ‘respect’ for its work

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Steelers' cornerback Joe Haden (21) records his first interception of the season. - MATT SUNDAY / DKPS

The Steelers' defense came into Sunday's matchup with the Bengals allowing the fewest passing yards at 153.5 per game. That average improved to just 147 yards after they yielded a net of only 108 passing yards to the Bengals in their 29-14 victory.

Which is remarkable considering that Cincinnati gained 106 of those yards in the first half.

Yes, your math is right if you just realized the Steelers only allowed 2 passing yards in a second half while they defended the lead the entire time.

We go into the film room to show you just how they put together another strong performance:

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